• basic or advanced knowledge in remote sensing, photogrammetry, GIS, LiDAR, or computer vision,
• good knowledge of Python, and preferably also R,
• experience in processing spatial data, images, or point clouds,
• an interest in applying artificial intelligence methods in natural science research,
• an interest in interdisciplinary research work,
• passion for research and analytical thinking,
• organizational skills and solution-oriented approach,
• precision and responsibility,
• high motivation and proactivity,
• teamwork and collaboration orientation.

• Employment for the duration of the doctoral studies from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2030, with the possibility of long-term cooperation;
• Opportunities to regularly attend international scientific meetings;
• New knowledge and experience in the interdisciplinary field;
• Use of various remote sending platforms;
• Creative and stimulating work environment with access to modern equipment;
• Work in an international and multicultural environment;
• Opportunities for personal and career development;
• Free parking, use of company bikes and use of electric car charging station.

• Completed Master degree or equivalent education at University level;
• Field of education: mathematics, physics, computer science and informatics, geoinformatics, geodesy and geoinformatics, or other natural sciences disciplines, provided that the candidate has strong experience with geospatial data, programming, or data analysis;
• The candidate has not yet completed a Ph. D. or obtained the scientific title of Doctor of Science and has not been employed with the status of young researcher in Slovenia;
• No more than four years will have passed since the completion of the study by the time of entry into the funding scheme (October 1, 2026);
• Motivation for interdisciplinary research work;
• Basic knowledge of multivariate statistics and machine learning;
• Good written and spoken English skills;
• Mandatory (for more information please contact kadri@kis.si): Fulfillment of the conditions set by the General Legal Act on Stable Funding of Scientific Research Activities and the Rules on the Selection and Financing of Young Researchers at the Agricultural Institute of Slovenia.

Candidates are invited to send their applications with a CV and:

• Proof of the average grade of all exams and exercises in undergraduate studies, i.e. Bachelor and Masters degrees;
• Certificate of completed studies and the grade of the master's thesis;
• Information on whether you are already enrolled in doctoral studies – attach a certificate of enrollment to the email address: kadri@kis.si